Enhancing impact resistance and biodegradability of PHBV by melt blending with ENR

Abstract This research aims to enhance the mechanical characteristics of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) by using epoxidized natural rubber (ENR-25 and ENR-50) as a toughening agent and polybutadiene (PB) grafted with maleic anhydride (MA) (3 MA groups/chain) as a compatibilizer....

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Main Authors: Napat Tomano, Orathai Boondamnoen, Chuanchom Aumnate, Pranut Potiyaraj
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2022-12-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-022-27246-z